TASCAM has announced the new DR-40XP 4-Channel Portable Handheld Recorder. The DR-40XP is being touted as a professional-quality recorder for music, audio for video, meetings, dictation, and more. It features 32-bit float recording capability and a compact form factor.
Key features
- Audio for Video, Music, Production
- Adjustable A-B and X-Y Microphones
- 32-Bit Float Clip-Free Recording
- Two XLR/TRS Inputs with Phantom Power
- HDDA Preamps with Ultra-Low Noise
- 2-In / 2-Out USB-C Audio Interface
- Handles up to 125 dB SPL
- Supports up to 512GB microSDXC
- Built-In Tuner and Effects
- Up to 18 Hours on 3 AA Batteries
The 4-channel portable handheld audio recorder uses a micro SDXC card for recordings, and it offers support for up to 512GB memory cards. This provides ample recording capacity along with 32-bit float recording mode with up to a 96kHz sample rate.
The DR-40XP is equipped with two unidirectional stereo condenser microphones that can be configured from A/B to X/Y. Two XLR/TRS inputs at the bottom of the recorder can expand the system to capture 4 sources simultaneously, while the input delay function mitigates phase incoherence between external and internal microphones. TASCAM’s proprietary HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) microphone preamplifiers is claimed to deliver excellent sound quality and an EIN of -126 dBu.
Combined with its USB-C audio interface, the recorder can function as a 2-in/2-out audio interface, allowing easy connection to a computer/DAW on Windows, macOS, and iOS devices. Additionally, the DR-40XP can be connected to devices via USB-C for use as a USB microphone.
Additional features include a built-in chromatic tuner, which makes this unit a good solution for use as a portable recorder and song scratchpad for musicians. There is also a reverb effect that is ideal for adding both vocal and instrumental resonance.
The recorder features a long battery life of up to 18 hours when using the built-in microphones. To fine-tune recordings, three low-cut filter options are available to reduce unwanted noise. For use with video, the DR-40XP features Auto Tone output, which is claimed to make post-production sync a simple task. The recorder can also be attached to a tripod mount.
Pricing & Availability
The DR-40XP retails for $249 US and is available for preorder
